Fox News Hourly Update - 6AM ET July 18, 2025
Release Date: July 18, 2025
The latest episode of Fox News Hourly Update, hosted by Dave Anthony from FOX News Podcasts, delivers a comprehensive overview of current events shaping the national and international landscape. This detailed summary captures the key discussions, insights, and conclusions presented during the 6AM ET newscast.
1. House Republicans Pass Rescissions Bill
Timestamp: [00:02] – [00:43]
House Republicans achieved a narrow victory with a 216-213 vote to pass a rescissions bill aimed at reducing federal spending.
Dave Anthony reported, “All it needs is President Trump's signature,” emphasizing the bill’s imminent progression (00:02).
Madeline Rivera detailed the scope of the cuts, stating, “More than $1 billion in public broadcasting, $135 million for the World Health Organization, and millions more from other climate initiatives abroad” were targeted (00:22).
However, Democrats criticized the bill, arguing it “threatens lives around the world, cutting foreign aid,” and warned it could be a “geopolitical win for China and Russia” as they might exploit the resulting vacuum (00:22).
2. Cryptocurrency Regulation Bills Approved
Timestamp: [00:43] – [01:09]
In a bipartisan move, approximately 100 Democrats joined Republicans to pass three bills regulating cryptocurrency, signaling significant legislative progress in the digital currency sector.
Jessica Rosenthal highlighted that one of the bills, which “creates US stablecoins backed by the US Dollar,” has already passed the Senate (00:52).
Addressing conservative concerns, she noted, “One of the other bills that passed is literally called the Anti Central Bank Digital Currency Surveillance Act,” indicating efforts to prevent a central bank digital currency takeover (00:52).
3. Update on President Trump's Health
Timestamp: [01:09] – [01:25]
President Trump underwent a medical examination for swollen legs and was diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency, a common ailment in individuals over 70.
Caroline Levitt, White House Press Secretary, assured the public, “There’s no evidence of arterial disease or heart failure” (01:25).
4. Stephen Colbert’s Late Show Cancellation
Timestamp: [01:25] – [01:56]
In a surprising development, Stephen Colbert is set to lose his slot on CBS’s Late Show next year.
Kristen Goodwin reported that Colbert, known as a “vocal critic of conservatives and the Trump administration,” is being let go due to “purely a financial decision against a challenging backdrop in late night,” as per CBS’s statement (01:36).
CBS emphasized that the cancellation is unrelated to the show’s performance, content, or activities at Paramount (01:36).
5. Ongoing Conflict in Syria and Gaza
Timestamp: [03:08] – [03:59]
The podcast delves into the deteriorating situation in Syria following the collapse of a U.S.-brokered ceasefire. Syrian government forces are mobilizing to support Druze armed groups in conflict with local Sunni Muslim tribes. Israel has intervened to back the Druze fighters and has faced internal challenges, including an apology for a failed operation in Gaza.
A tragic incident occurred when an attack targeting Hamas struck the Holy Family Catholic Church in Gaza, resulting in three deaths and injuries to the parish priest. This prompted Pope Leo to call for another ceasefire in the region.
Jared Halpern reported, “President Trump spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after a shell struck the Holy Family Catholic Church in Gaza, killing at least three people” (03:42).
Caroline Levitt conveyed the administration’s response, stating, “It was not a positive reaction. He called Prime Minister Netanyahu this morning to address the strikes on that church in Gaza” (03:51).
Prime Minister Netanyahu acknowledged the incident as a mistake, expressing regret over the “stray ammunition hitting the church” and reaffirmed Israel’s commitment to protecting civilians and holy sites (03:59).
6. Cruise Ship Illness Outbreak
Timestamp: [04:19] – [04:48]
A cruise aboard Royal Caribbean’s Navigator of the Seas has turned into a public health concern, with the CDC investigating an outbreak affecting 134 passengers and seven crew members. Symptoms reported include vomiting, stomach cramps, and diarrhea.
Sue Guzman explained, “The outbreak prompted Royal Caribbean to isolate those who took ill and enact enhanced cleaning and sanitation protocols” (04:23). The cruise had departed from Los Angeles, completing a round trip to Mexico over a week.
7. Wall Street Stock Futures Rise
Timestamp: [04:48] – [05:05]
Wall Street signs of optimism as stock futures rise following significant gains that pushed the Dow Jones and S&P 500 to record highs.
Sue Guzman highlighted, “The Dow gained more than 200 points” (04:48), reflecting investor confidence amid economic fluctuations.
Engagement Segment: Take the Fox Quiz
Timestamp: [05:05] – [05:14]
To engage listeners, the show invites the audience to participate in a quick, interactive quiz. Madeline Rivera encourages, “Take the quiz every day at the Quiz Fox, then come back here to see how you did” (05:12).
Conclusion
The Fox News Hourly Update provides listeners with timely and critical information on legislative actions, health updates, entertainment industry changes, international conflicts, public health concerns, and financial markets. Through insightful reporting and direct quotes from key figures, the podcast ensures that its audience remains well-informed on the pressing issues of the day.